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Mumbai, July 6 - Diljit Dosanjh-fronted Satluj has been removed from ZEE5 in India just two days after its release, surprising viewers and sparking fresh debate around censorship and political pressure in the entertainment industry. The streaming platform confirmed the removal through a short statement, saying the film is currently unavailable in India until further notice due to ongoing developments. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) While ZEE5 has not revealed the exact reason behind the decision, the film had already been surrounded by controversy before its release. Satluj is based on the life of human rights activist Jaswant Singh Khalra, a politically sensitive subject that has faced public and legal scrutiny over the years. The project was earlier linked to the title Punjab 95 and faced multiple delays during the certification process. According to several reports, the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) demanded more than 120 cuts before approving the film, prompting criticism from supporters of artistic freedom. It is believed that the sudden removal may be connected to the release of an allegedly uncut version on OTT, which could have triggered fresh legal or regulatory concerns. However, no government authority or official source has publicly confirmed this claim so far. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Satluj may have paused. But the conversation it started hasn’t.Thank you for the incredible love.We hope to bring it back soon.#Satluj pic.twitter.com/Ox3MZIBvlT— ZEE5Official (@ZEE5India) July 5, 2026 The decision quickly sparked reactions on social media, with many users questioning the lack of transparency behind the removal. Diljit Dosanjh also reacted online, posting a message that many interpreted as criticism of attempts to silence important stories and historical narratives. Despite being removed in India, reports suggest that Satluj may still be available in international regions through ZEE5's overseas platform. The controversy has once again reignited discussions around censorship, creative freedom, and the challenges faced by films dealing with politically sensitive subjects in India.